Nigeria - Conflict Monitoring

Nigeria's security landscape worsened this week, marked by a deadly combination of banditry and communal violence in the North-West and North-Central regions. Concurrently, the North-East is facing a severe hunger crisis intensified by ongoing conflict and reductions in aid. The recent withdrawal of US troops has ignited discussions about the possible emergence of a security vacuum. Currently, more than 36 million people are experiencing food insecurity, with millions unable to access assistance, making the humanitarian crisis a significant factor contributing to instability.